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Scottsdale Republican wants voters to decide on firing squads for death penalty

PHOENIX — Calling the current system inhumane and problematic, a state lawmaker wants to give voters the chance to replace the current method of killing convicted murderers with a firing squad. …
Education

Arizona Cardinals and SRP score $42,000 for educators

While the Arizona Cardinals’ season has come to a close, Arizona teachers have a reason to celebrate. Thanks to the Touchdowns for Teachers program, each touchdown scored allowed two teachers …
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First Interstate Wealth Management

When the topic of financial planning comes up, many people assume it only applies to those who have significant wealth or assets. Financial planning has benefits for everyone, especially for those …
City Hall

Scottsdale City Council appoints Greg Caton acting city manager

The Scottsdale City Council avoided a possible crisis during its Nov. 14 meeting by unanimously voting to appoint assistant city manager Greg Caton to the acting city manager position after Bill …
Sports

Disc golf tournament returns to Fountain Hills, Scottsdale

The Memorial Championship kicks off the new year of highly regarded disc golf competition when the tournament returns to Fountain Hills.Professional disc golf competition reaches its pinnacle with …
City government

Scottsdale City Council repeals sustainability plan

Despite three years of work on one, Scottsdale is without a sustainability plan again. The city council voted 4-3 during its Jan. 14 meeting to repeal the plan that the last city council had …

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Opinion

Flower power: 3 crafty ways eco-conscious Valley residents can keep old bouquets out of landfills

If you’re still holding on to winter holiday flowers or looking for ways to preserve bouquets and other arrangements from special occasions or an upcoming holiday like Valentine’s Day, …
Opinion

It’s always the season to be an angel for an Arizona neighbor in need

We’ve just completed the Christmas season. We passed by trees where we could pick paper ornaments and generously buy a toy for a child. Or maybe we chose to adopt a family through our churches …
Opinion

PFAS Alternatives ACT could ensure carcinogenic-free turnout gear for Arizona’s firefighters

Like their colleagues across the country, Arizona firefighters put their lives on the line every day to save others. The most dangerous occupational hazard they face isn’t blazing flames but …
Gratitude

Panel unveiling planned at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale

The dedication of the eight informational panels that tell the story of the Merci Train at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park will take place Sunday, Feb. 9 at 1 p.m. Telling the unique …
Sports

Brophy basketball overcoming adversity

Brophy College Preparatory varsity basketball team faced some adversity early this season. After their first win against Desert Mountain High School, the Broncos suffered a three-game losing streak …
Treatment

HonorHealth study urges lower doses of blood cancer drug

Dexamethasone, a steroid commonly used in the treatment of myeloma, a blood cancer, could be given to patients at a lower dose than in historic treatments with no loss of effect, according to a new study and an editorial by HonorHealth Research Institute investigators published this month in the journal “Blood.”
CITY GOVERNMENT

Scottsdale acting city manager unexpectedly retires

Assistant City Manager Bill Murphy, who was serving as the interim city manager since Jim Thompson left, unexpectedly retired today. “The time has come for me to move my 32-year career to …
AXON

Axon not likely to relocate to another Valley site

If security technology company Axon leaves Scottsdale, it will likely leave Arizona altogether, according to David Leibowitz, a spokesman for the company. A number of cities around the Valley …
Scottsdale Opinions with Civility

Speak Up: My free advice for Elon Musk

Shortly after the November election, retired journalist and author Joe Smyth offered some free advice to Elon Musk , who was tapped by the president-elect to work on government efficiency. …

Speak Up: My free advice for Elon Musk

Shortly after the November election, retired journalist and author Joe Smyth offered some free advice to Elon Musk , who was tapped by the president-elect to work on government efficiency. …

Speak Up: Airline passengers face Real ID deadline in 2025 - maybe

After a decade of pushing back the deadline for Americans to get a Real ID or passport or risk being banned from airline flights, May 7 may be enforcement day . Or not. “Don’t …

Why would Scottsdale repeal its new Sustainability plan?

It has come to my attention that there is a proposal on the Jan. 14 agenda to repeal the Sustainability Plan. I find it very surprising, as the plan had been worked on for four years and approved by …
Jennifer Murphy

FAFSA is open: New tools and resources to help Arizona students secure their future

The biggest barrier to higher education isn’t ability — it’s affordability. But for Arizona students, there’s a powerful tool that can help bridge that gap: the Free …
Renee Tulliani

Selling your Arizona home online requires attention to detail

Now more than ever, individuals are turning to online platforms to scope out potential properties. Many young buyers say they prefer to stay in the comfort of their homes scrolling online platforms …
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SCOTTSDALE EDUCATION
Scottsdale resident Grace Ajamie was named to Union University’s dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester.

Scottsdale resident named to Union University dean’s list

Scottsdale resident Grace Ajamie was named to the Union University’s dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. The Dean’s List includes full-time students who achieve a 3.5 grade …
The Desert Mountain High School Marching Band will take part in the London New Year’s Day Parade on Jan. 1.

Desert Mountain High School Marching Band headed to London

For the sixth time in the school’s 30-year history, Scottsdale Unified School District’s Desert Mountain High School Marching Band and orchestra will ring in the New Year in London, …
Scottsdale’s Spencer Wareing was named to the dean’s list at Southeast Missouri State University.

Scottsdale student named to dean’s list at Southeast Missouri State University

Spencer Wareing, of Scottsdale, was named to the Southeast Missouri State University dean’s list for academic achievement during the fall 2024 semester. Students named to the list earned …
Two new executives recently started their jobs at the Maricopa County Community College District.

New CIO, police chief join Maricopa Community Colleges

Two new executives recently started their jobs at the Maricopa County Community College District, taking positions as chief information officer and chief of police. Jess Evans is the new CIO, …
Maricopa County Community College District students can now visit the Phoenix Art Museum free.

MCCC students get free admission to a museum

Maricopa County Community College District students can now visit the Phoenix Art Museum for free. Students with an active MCCCD student ID can now enjoy free admission through all of 2025. …
Scottsdale Entertainment
The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona’s show will celebrate 70 years in Scottsdale Feb. 13-23.

Arabian Horse Show celebrates 70 years in Scottsdale

The world’s largest Arabian Horse Show is celebrating its 70th annual show at Westworld of Scottsdale. The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona’s show will run from Thursday, Feb. 13 …
The Museum of Illusions in Scottsdale is offering free admission every day for educators in 2025.

This Scottsdale museum is offering free admission to teachers all year long

Creating a space to challenge perceptions and spark curiosity, the Museum of Illusions (MOI) in Scottsdale is offering free admission to educators every day in 2025. Building off a successful …

Theatre Artists Studio puts on performance of 'Birthday Candles'

Theatre Artists Studio in Scottsdale will present performances of "Birthday Candles," by Noah Haidle, Jan. 17-Feb. 2. Ernestine Ashworth spends her 17th birthday agonizing over her …
Dancing, live music, historic wagons and rope demonstrations will make The Pony Express’ return to Scottsdale Jan. 31.

Pony Express returns to Scottsdale Jan. 31

Over 20 riders from the Navajo County Sheriff’s Posse will deliver pen pal letters written by and to school-aged children around the state to Scottsdale Friday, January 31 as the Pony Express …
Violist Rose Wodarcyk will perform at the upcoming “Feel The Love” Women’s Orchestra of Arizona concert Sunday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m.

Women’s Orchestra to perform free Valentine’s concert in Scottsdale

Celebrating the season of love, the Women’s Orchestra of Arizona (WOA) will perform a “Feel The Love” concert Sunday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m. Held at the North Scottsdale United …
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